Stephen Dexter, LCPC
Maine LCPC focused on recovery and relationships
- Addictions and recovery
- Trauma and relationships
- Online and international
About Stephen Dexter
Stephen Dexter is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Maine with 12 years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples. He spent three years providing in-home counseling for children ages 6-16 and their families, and he has focused much of his clinical work on intensive substance use and co-occurring disorders. As a practitioner in long-term recovery, he brings personal insight into addictive thinking and a commitment to sharing hope during difficult moments. He has worked in individual, couples, in-home, and group settings, supporting people facing depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, sexual addiction, and struggles with loss of purpose.
Stephen blends a faith-informed perspective with clinical care, describing himself as a Christian who encourages clients to explore spirituality as part of their path to wellbeing when that is important to them. He helps clients untangle overwhelming life circumstances so they can identify core problems and take practical steps forward. Stephen aims to offer guidance, practical skills, and empathetic support to those navigating recovery, relationship challenges, trauma, parenting stress, and other complex life changes. LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a credential that indicates advanced training to provide professional mental health treatment.
Stephen blends a faith-informed perspective with clinical care, describing himself as a Christian who encourages clients to explore spirituality as part of their path to wellbeing when that is important to them. He helps clients untangle overwhelming life circumstances so they can identify core problems and take practical steps forward. Stephen aims to offer guidance, practical skills, and empathetic support to those navigating recovery, relationship challenges, trauma, parenting stress, and other complex life changes. LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a credential that indicates advanced training to provide professional mental health treatment.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMulticultural concernsSelf-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexuality
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephen Dexter have?
Stephen Dexter has 12 years of experience.
Is Stephen Dexter a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LCPC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details are ME LCPC CC4772.
In which languages does Stephen Dexter provide therapy?
Stephen Dexter provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephen Dexter located?
Stephen Dexter is located in Maine.
How can I work with Stephen Dexter as my therapist?
You can work with Stephen Dexter through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephen Dexter work with international clients?
Yes, Stephen Dexter works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephen Dexter cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches for Online Recovery and Relationship Work
Stephen commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online sessions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, helping clients explore their values, build self-understanding, and find their own solutions to relationship and life stressors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and coping with addictive urges.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques when appropriate to teach practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - the therapist and client work together to identify goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what fits the client’s needs, values, and preferences.
Online therapy provides flexibility to connect by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support across distances. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to remote formats, offering consistent therapeutic focus, skill-building, and supportive guidance tailored to each client's situation.